Maxime Pinot

Maxime "Max" Pinot has been flying ever since his father took him tandem at the age of 10. By 13 he was flying solo in the French Jura and then went on to attend the training center for young paraglider pilots in Font Romeu, Pyrenees.

Max lives and breathes flying. He loves all kinds of competitions, from hike 'n fly to cross country and sometimes acro. He is known for his bold, attacking style which has brought numerous World Cup successes. He also works as an instructor and, as a graduate in Literature, enjoys writing about his flights.